Dogs with Jobs
Meet the frontline workers of the canine world
Shine Radio celebrates the key workers of the canine world, and admires the intelligence and skill of working dogs.
Join presenter Kate Fairweather and some of the most talented working dogs you could wish to meet, ready to handle everything their jobs throw at them.
Top 5, UK’s Best Pet Podcasts, Feedspot 2023.
Podcast of the Year, Community Radio Awards 2022.
Do you know a hard-working dog? Let us know at team@shineradio.uk or reach us on Petersfield (01730) 555 500 via the dog and bone.
2022 GOLD WINNER
latest episodes
Florin, Iggy and Asher the bio detection dogs
Meet Florin the cancer detection dog, Iggy the trainee and Asher, who was shortlisted for Hero Dog of the Year at Crufts 2023. Dr. Claire Guest, CEO and founder of Medical Detection Dogs explains how the training works in harmony with the dogs’ individual talents, preferences and instincts to ensure they stay highly motivated in their work.
Canine Partners’ CEO explains why Petersfield volunteers remain vital for the charity’s future
Canine Partners’ CEO, Alex Lochrane, talks candidly about the financial pressures on the charity of running two sites and the decision to consolidate its headquarters in the Midlands, which has disappointed local volunteers.
Alex explains why Petersfield’s many puppy parents, fundraisers and other volunteers are more important than ever to the charity’s future plans and success.
Meet Caboose, explosives detection dog
Meet Caboose, a yellow Labrador, part of the security team at the Staten Island Ferry Terminal. Working with at least two other canine colleagues at any one time, he makes sure that any luggage, panniers or backpacks passing through this important transport hub are clear of explosive before their owners get on the ferry.
Meet Buster and Bess, the wildlife crime detective duo
Labradors Bess and Buster will be combating the trafficking of the scaly pangolin in Thailand.
Conservation expert Grant Miller describes what lies ahead for Buster and Bess, who will join a team of conservationists in Thailand and work alongside border force operatives and Thailand’s own police.
The UK radio industry celebrates Petersfield’s podcast about working dogs
Petersfield’s Shine Radio’s award-winning podcast, Dogs with Jobs is the subject of a new UK Radio Academy podcast. The BBC’s Laura Rawlings and presenter Kate Fairweather discuss how Dogs with Jobs has developed into more than a passion project.
Meet Keo, the wellbeing police dog
Keo was trafficked as a puppy during the lockdown of 2020 – a time when the price of puppies was soaring, and a black market in dogs was flourishing. Rescued by the police, his is a story of triumph over adversity – and has a very happy ending with his owner, Scott Parker. Together they support others in turn as part of the OK9 team of wellbeing dogs in the police.
Meet Giglee, the truffle hunter
Join Giglee as he searches for the English truffle, prized for its earthy flavour.
One year old Giglee is not yet a proven truffle hunter. And there has been a deep frost overnight. Will the ground be too frozen to detect and dig truffles? Find out in this month’s Dogs with Jobs, with Kate Fairweather.
Meet Mabel, emotional support worker in the fire service
Meet Mabel. She’s carving out a niche as the Hampshire and Isle of Wight Fire Service’s first emotional support dog.
Even as a puppy, Mabel has always had an affinity with people. This calming cockapoo accompanies her Chief Fire Officer owner to fire service HQ one day a week.
Meet Cashel, autism assistance dog
Meet Cashel, an autism assistance dog who supports the actor and musician Leo Long.
Cashel was trained to support Leo as a sixth form college student. Three years on, Leo’s acting career has taken off and life is very different for them both. Leo explains to Dogs with Jobs presenter Kate Fairweather how Cashel supports him day to day.
Meet Millie, the hospital visitor
Accompany yellow labrador Millie on her rounds of Petersfield Hospital. Millie volunteers as a Pets as Therapy (PAT) dog. Hear her spreading joy and warmth to dog loving patients on a cold winter’s day. Owner Linda Tipple talks volunteering to presenter Kate Fairweather.
